Gaming Industry

India's esports ecosystem grows beyond gameplay, prepares for global stage

From arenas to national teams, esports in India is evolving into a structured, multi-billion ecosystem with global ambitions, creator economies and policy backing

Nazara Technologies to raise ₹500 crore via preferential warrants

Gaming firm plans Rs 500 crore fundraise via preferential warrants to back acquisitions such as Bluetile and BestPlay and accelerate growth across business verticals

Nazara to acquire 50% stake in two gaming firms for $100.3 million

Nazara UK will initially acquire 50 per cent of the equity in Bluetile and Bestplay

Creative opportunities: India's AVGC sector moves up the value chain

The larger opportunity lies in the rapid expansion of the AVGC ecosystem. India's media & entertainment sector was estimated at around ₹2.5 trn in 2024 and is projected to reach about ₹3 trn by 2027

Offshore platforms gained engagement after ban on real money games in India

A CUTS International survey shows offshore real-money gaming platforms saw sharp increases in usage and spending after India's ban, with domestic users shifting activity to overseas operators

Xbox consoles remain central to Microsoft's gaming plans, says new CEO

In a letter to staff, Asha Sharma said the company will expand across devices but keep the console at the centre of its strategy for players and developers

Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma's new test: Rebooting Xbox in tough mode

A graduate of the Carlson School of Management, Sharma has built her career scaling consumer platforms rather than running game studios - a distinction key to the debate around her appointment

India's gaming boom on rise but addiction oversight struggles to match pace

India has embraced gaming as an industry while the behavioural systems required to manage addiction are still evolving

Why retro emulation handhelds often make better gaming consoles on the go

From simpler software to better portability, retro handhelds fit the idea of mobile gaming better, while modern Windows-based devices trade comfort and cost for raw power and ecosystem features

Gaming industry body forms council to boost governance, policy advocacy

The Game Developers Association of India has formed a 21-member governing council to strengthen governance, policy engagement, skilling initiatives and original IP creation in gaming

PM Modi says gaming a skill, not just hobby; warns students against betting

Gaming is not just a hobby but a skill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told students on Friday as he cautioned them against games that involve online betting. Interacting with school students during his annual 'Pariksha Pe Charcha', Modi said gaming can be a meaningful skill and career path if pursued with focus, balance and ethical values. He, however, warned students against games that involve online betting. "...Gaming is not just a hobby; it is a skill, it involves speed as well. So it is good for development. Try to find your expertise by choosing better quality gaming," he said. Modi said gaming contributes to self-development and urged students to "focus on building expertise" in high-quality gaming and balance studies. He cautioned against gambling in gaming, noting that laws have been enacted to prevent such practices. "Don't just waste time because the internet is cheap in India. I have made a law against betting. We will not let that happen..." To a student who asked abo

JetSynthesys buys first global game asset, taps global player engagement

Pune-based gaming firm enters global IP ownership, eyes emerging markets and 20x revenue growth over five years

Nazara's net profit slides to ₹9.84 crore, revenue from ops declines 24%

Gaming firm Nazara Technologies reports sharp fall in Q3FY26 profit and revenue after real money gaming ban hit subsidiary operations

South Korean gaming major Krafton to launch 3 to 5 new titles in 2026

BGMI-maker Krafton plans to launch 3-5 new games in 2026 as it diversifies beyond battle royale and scales Indian IPs like Real Cricket globally

BGMI redeem codes released on Jan 21: How to claim Cobalt Storm backpack

A new batch of BGMI redeem codes has been released that will remain active until February 28, 2026. One of the codes in the latest release allows players to claim the Cobalt Storm backpack as a reward

BGMI redeem codes released on January 15: How to claim Desert Prince outfit

Krafton India has issued a fresh set of BGMI redeem codes that will be valid until February 28, 2026. Among the newly released codes is one that lets players claim the Desert Prince outfit

Krafton plans ₹6,000 crore fund for Asian tech firms, India in focus

Krafton's investment in the form of the new investment fund comes at a time when the company is accelerating its presence in the region

PUBG maker Krafton leads South Korean trio in $666 million India tech bet

Cumulative foreign direct investment from ​South Korea reached roughly $6.8 billion by mid-2025 in India

Real-money games ban drove users to offshore platforms, survey shows

A CUTS survey finds offshore platforms gained sharply after India's real-money games ban, with their share of daily play rising to 42% and users spending more time on unregulated sites

Dream11 exits fantasy gaming, pivots to sports-entertainment platform

The redesigned platform will offer creator-led live match watch-alongs, features for fans to react and exchange comments in real time, and free-to-play fantasy sports